PostSecret Author Visits USU Campus

The author of the popular PostSecret books, Frank Warren, will visit Utah State University Wednesday, April 1. His presentation begins at 7 p.m. in the Taggart Student Center Ballroom and is followed by a book signing.

“It is an honor to have Frank visit our campus,” said Coy Whittier, ASUSU Arts and Lectures director, and a senior at USU. “Frank’s PostSecret project is inspiring for people from all walks of life.”

 

Warren, who lives in Germantown, Md., started PostSecret.com as a community art project. People of all backgrounds and nationalities sent him creatively decorated, personalized postcards bearing secrets they had never before exposed. His efforts have raised awareness and funds for suicide prevention.

 

Stephanie Baldwin, assistant director of Student Involvement and Leadership, said PostSecret has a cult-like following.

 

“It hasn’t become popular because of the media or flashy marketing, it has become popular because it’s an amazing idea,” Baldwin said. “It is a unique opportunity for our community to interact with this unique concept.”

 

Tickets are available in the Taggart Student Center Ticket Office, Room 212, and at the USU Ticket Office located on the west side of the Dee Glenn Smith Spectrum (850 East 900 North). Tickets are $5 for the public and free for students with ID. Doors open at 6 p.m., with no reserved seating. Due to the popularity of PostSecret, USU’s presenters recommend attendees plan accordingly.

 

For more information about PostSecret, visit its Web site.

 

Writer: Josie Olsen, josie.olsen@aggiemail.usu.edu
Contact: Sarah Reale, (435) 797-2759, sarah.reale@usu.edu